Hooker'S Mountain Avens
Dryas hookeriana
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
2"–8" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CO, ID, MT, OR and 3 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Dryas hookeriana is a low-growing evergreen groundcover that forms dense mats with small, leathery leaves and white flowers in summer. This alpine native thrives in full sun with minimal water, making it excellent for rock gardens and difficult sites. The compact growth habit and year-round foliage provide consistent visual appeal.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hooker'S Mountain Avens is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The summer flowers attract bees and beetles, providing nectar during the peak growing season. The dense mat structure can offer shelter for small beneficial insects.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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